“After her reversal surgery we found out that it runs in the family and I am being closely monitored, as well as having a procedure done — a colonoscopy before Christmas,” she said, noting she is now being checked every six to 12 months.

“It’s likely I could get bowel cancer at some stage in my life,” she said.

The colourful ensemble is much brighter than her signature style, seen here photos at the Gold Coast Magic Millions Race Day at the Gold Coast Turf Club on the Gold Coast, Saturday, January 12, 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Jono SearleSource:AAP

Jesinta leads the fashion stakes at the Australian Open Tennis Tournament, which starts today in Melbourne. Picture: AAP Image/Julian SmithSource:AAP

“As hard as that is, knowledge is power and the more you know, the more steps you can take towards staying healthy and keeping on top of it.”

On the eve of the Australian Open, Franklin was joined at the exclusive event by a string of tennis heavyweights - including Bernard Tomic, Stan Wawrinka, Caroline Wazniacki and Grigor Dimitrov - as well as media personalities Ruby Rose, Julie Bishop and international model, Sailor Brinkley.

Julie Bishop (left) and David Panton are seen at the Crown IMG Tennis party at Crown in Melbourne, Sunday. Picture: AAP Image/Julian Smith.Source:Supplied